were blessed with a child in return.” Mina rubbed her stomach. “April got the kids placed with the Frosts, who worked for us, then April grew a conscience. You got involved and it all went to hell after that.”
“How did Nicolet fit into this?
“He took care of any outliers like April, Luke, and Veta.”
Kari locked eyes with Cobb. He nodded at her.
“You’ve ruined everything.” Mina took aim on Kari. A shot rang out. Mina fell to the ground. Cobb was propped up against one of the pews, his gun in his hand.
“Those two were seriously fucked up,” Cobb said.
It was over.
EPILOGUE
Kari arrived at the gravesite around midnight. She parked and retrieved what she needed from the trunk, slamming it closed. The sound reverberated in the cemetery’s eerie silence. The rain pelted her umbrella as she looked for the headstone.
Jefferson Parker Winton
Born April 28, 1957
Died October 20, 2010
Earth hath no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
She knelt down, withdrew the garden hoe, and dug. Satisfied, she reached into her jacket pocket and pulled out the small bundle wrapped in a handkerchief. She unraveled the cloth for one last look at what was inside—her father’s 1975 Walther. She wrapped it back up and placed it in the hole, covered it with dirt, then sod. She stood, stamped the disturbed earth back into the ground, and then picked up the hoe and flashlight. She smiled as she made her way back to her car.
Pig.
She was glad she’d killed him.
About the Author
Author Harlow Coban was born in Kansas City, MO, but grew up in Denver, CO. She relocated to North Carolina five years ago with her husband, two dogs, and 16-year old twins.
She shares a birthday with the notorious Napoleon Bonaparte. In keeping with his legacy, she is currently working on taking over the world. Harlow’s positive attitude and fresh take on life are her tools and conquest is certain.
She spends her free time writing, dancing, traveling and defending mailboxes from her 16-year-old twins’ driving.
Her debut novel, LIFE IN DEATH (February 2012), is a murder mystery which pulls from real-life situations from her own family history. She felt compelled to share her story with the world while offering a thrilling and entertaining escape for readers.
In keeping with her commitment to improving the lives of children, a portion of the proceeds from the sale of her book will be donated to the Boys and Girls Club in her home state of North Carolina.
She loves to connect with her readers and can be found on Twitter (@HarlowCoban), Facebook , Goodreads and her website ( www.HarlowCoban.com ).
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